Furniture Removal Services: Every Option Compared [2026 Prices]

Individual furniture removal prices depend on size, weight, and which company you hire. Here are real 2026 prices based on Angi, Yelp, and company data:

• •Couch or sofa: $75-$200 (Dropcurb: $79)
• •Loveseat: $60-$150 (Dropcurb: $79)
• •Mattress: $75-$175 (Dropcurb: $79)
• •Dresser: $60-$150 (Dropcurb: $79)
• •Dining table: $80-$175
• •Desk: $60-$125 (Dropcurb: $79)
• •Bookshelf: $50-$100 (Dropcurb: $79)
• •Recliner: $75-$150 (Dropcurb: $79)

Most full-service companies charge a minimum of $150 regardless of how many items you have. That means removing a single chair costs the same as removing a couch. Dropcurb charges per item starting at $79, which makes it significantly cheaper for 1-3 piece jobs.

Several options exist if you want furniture removed at zero cost:

Habitat for Humanity ReStore accepts gently used furniture and offers free pickup in most metro areas. Schedule 3-10 days out. Items must be functional and in reasonable condition — no rips, stains, or broken frames.

Salvation Army and Goodwill pick up furniture donations for free, though availability varies by location. Goodwill is more selective and may decline pickup for large items.

City bulk pickup is free in most cities (NYC, LA, Chicago, Houston, Phoenix, and hundreds more). You schedule through your waste hauler or city public works website. Wait times average 2-8 weeks. Most cities limit you to 2-4 bulk pickups per year.

Curb alerts — Post furniture as "free" on Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, or your local Buy Nothing group. Place items at the curb with a "FREE" sign. Working furniture in decent shape typically gets claimed within hours. Reddit users consistently recommend this as the fastest free option.

Retailer haul-away — IKEA, Bob's Discount Furniture, Ashley, and most furniture retailers offer old furniture removal when you purchase and schedule delivery of new items. Usually free or $30-$50.

Removing heavy furniture like sectional sofas, armoires, or entertainment centers requires a plan. Here are your options ranked by effort:

Least effort — Hire full-service: Companies like 1-800-GOT-JUNK and LoadUp will enter your home, carry the item out, load it, and dispose of it. Expect $150-$400+ depending on size and access difficulty (stairs, tight hallways).

Medium effort — Curbside pickup: If you can get the item to the curb yourself (or recruit a friend), Dropcurb picks it up same-day for $79. Many couches and dressers can be moved by two people with a furniture dolly.

Most effort — Self-haul: Rent a pickup truck from Home Depot ($19/75 min) or U-Haul ($19.95/day + mileage), load the furniture yourself, and drive to your local transfer station. Dump fees range from $10-$50 per item. Total cost: $30-$80 plus your time.

Pro tip from Reddit: If the furniture fits through your door, it can usually get to the curb. Disassemble what you can — remove legs from tables, take cushions off couches, detach headboards from bed frames. This makes moving significantly easier.

Dropcurb — Curbside-only model. You place furniture at the curb, a local hauler grabs it same-day. $79 first item, $19-$39 each additional. Instant online pricing, no phone call needed. Available in 980+ cities. Best for 1-5 items you can move outside yourself.

1-800-GOT-JUNK — The largest full-service brand. Two-person crew enters your home, carries everything out, loads their truck. No prices online — you must book a free on-site estimate and accept or decline on the spot. Minimum around $150, average job $240+. 4.96 average rating from 687,000+ reviews.

LoadUp — Online marketplace connecting you with local haulers. Transparent per-item pricing before you book. Couch removal starts around $89. Haulers enter your home. 1-3 day scheduling. 4.7 Google rating but BBB complaints about no-shows (122 in 3 years).

Junk King — Eco-focused chain claiming 60% landfill diversion rate. Competitive pricing starting around $99. Good option if environmental impact matters to you.

College Hunks Hauling Junk — Full-service with moving capabilities. Can remove old furniture and deliver new items in the same trip. Bright orange trucks. Quality varies by franchise location.

Where your old furniture ends up depends on its condition and the company you hire:

• •Donation (25-40% of items): Usable furniture goes to Habitat ReStore, Goodwill, Salvation Army, or local shelters. Most reputable removal companies check condition before donating.
• •Recycling (10-20%): Wood frames get chipped for mulch or biomass. Metal springs and hardware are recycled as scrap. Some foam padding can be recycled.
• •Landfill (40-65%): Stained, broken, or non-recyclable furniture goes to the dump. The EPA estimates 12.2 million tons of furniture reaches landfills annually in the US.

Junk King leads the industry with a claimed 60% diversion rate. Dropcurb haulers are encouraged to donate and recycle when possible. If eco-friendly disposal is your top priority, ask your removal service about their diversion practices before booking.